Given Quote by Derek Landy
“Stephanie had no problem doing what she was told, just so long as she was given a good reason why she should.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Skulduggery Pleasant, Derek Landy, 2007
She obeys when she sees a clear, rational justification for the task.
In simple terms: Obey if you understand why.
Key Takeaway
Seek clear reasons before acting.
Themes
obedience
motivation
reasoning
Mood
pragmatic
neutral
Type
advice
instructional
When to use this quote
- workplace tasks
- team projects
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
Rational choice
authority compliance
Questions to Reflect On
- What reasons make you follow instructions?
- How do you evaluate a “good reason”?
A Different Perspective
If the reason is vague, compliance may be superficial.
